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Plainview, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Plainview is a small town in California with a population of 519. Residents earn $65,938 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
519 Population 2,257/sq mi density
$65,938 Median Income $15,472 per capita
$191,300 Home Value
63°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$65,938 median income, 16.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$191,300 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,938
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $191,300
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.1%
347% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 44.3%
257% higher than US avg

How Plainview Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population519
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density2,257/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans1.6%

Economy

D
Median Income$65,938
Per Capita$15,472
Unemployment16.1%
Poverty44.3%
County GDP$9,220M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$191,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units152
Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured20.4%
Smoking11.0%
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation351 ft (107 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+41.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute25 min
Broadband97.5%
Libraries7

Is Plainview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plainview receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Plainview has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plainview is $65,938, 12% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 44.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plainview is $191,300, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Plainview enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Plainview has a population of 519 with a density of 2,257 people per square mile. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (9.8%), with 4.6% White.

Population

519
Total Population
2,257
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Plainview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only16.8%
79% below US avg
Spanish83.2%
521% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Plainview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plainview is $65,938, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 44.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Plainview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,938
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,472
Avg Weekly Wage$1,084
IRS Avg AGI$58,024

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.1%
347% above US avg
Poverty Rate44.3%
257% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,457
County GDP$9,220M

Business (County)

Restaurants218
Healthcare244
Retail303
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Plainview is $191,300, 32% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,300
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.7%
Housing Units152
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Plainview, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% of residents lack health insurance. 11.0% are current smokers. 19.8% report depression. 33.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Plainview vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.3%
Cancer4.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.0%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity33.5%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured20.4%
137% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,692
Dentists1:1,577
Mental Health1:400
Checkup Rate68.5%
Dental Visits51.5%
Premature Death8,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities244
Plainview has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.1 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density2,257/sq mi
Coordinates36.1430°N, 119.1353°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 97.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.4%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+41.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,257/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.5%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities244
Restaurants218
Retail Stores303

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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